LA42
Cleft palate
Cleft palate
Classification
ICD-11
Chapter
20: Developmental AnomaliesBlock
LA40-LA4ZParent Code
BlockL3-LA4Child Codes
4
WHO Foundation
View on WHOChild Codes (4)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ICD-11 code for cleft palate?
The ICD-11 code for cleft palate is LA42. The full clinical description is "Cleft palate".
What does ICD-11 code LA42 mean?
ICD-11 code LA42 represents “Cleft palate”. It is classified under Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies.
What chapter is LA42 in?
LA42 is in Chapter 20: Developmental Anomalies (codes LA00-LD9Z).
What is the ICD-10 equivalent of ICD-11 code LA42?
There is no direct ICD-10 mapping available for LA42 in the WHO crosswalk tables. This may mean the concept is classified differently in ICD-10. Use the ICD-11 to ICD-10 converter to search for related codes.
What is the difference between ICD-10 and ICD-11?
ICD-11 is the latest revision of the WHO's International Classification of Diseases, succeeding ICD-10. Key differences include: a fully digital-first design, new chapters for sleep-wake disorders, sexual health, and traditional medicine, improved coding for rare diseases, and better integration with electronic health records through extension codes.
What are the subcategories under LA42?
LA42 has 4 child codes, including: LA42.0 (Cleft hard palate), LA42.1 (Cleft soft palate), LA42.2 (Cleft uvula), LA42.Z (Cleft palate, unspecified).
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